Decisions on optional sports are likely to be based on whether the host nation is competitive – for example cycling will feature in a UK city bid, whether the host city has the right facilities and whether they can sell tickets and secure an audience for the sport.

The list of sports is subject to change through negotiation.

For example cricket was not on either list, but a women’s T20 competition was due to be included in the Durban Games 2022 bid which was cancelled.